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"Saetria Rivensong." Saetria finally says, bobbing her head in greeting to the man. "And you have come to the right place. I thought it would be a good idea for us to meet and exchange stories, perhaps spark some creativity."

Saetria has fallen silent, watching the gathering. Her fingers move over the flute as if reassuring herself that it is still present. Her gaze has become slightly wary, as if on guard for something.

Sorry for not posting-have had a family member hurt themselves, so I've been taking care of them.

Saetria retreats back over to her spot near the fireplace, setting her flute to her lips and starting again with a soft set of warm-up scales.

"Hi there...I don't believe we met."

Saetria blinks at the newest arrival.

"No...we haven't." She ventures.

The flute stops as Saetria pulls it away from her lips. Getting up, she makes her way over the table to get a glass of water. The instrument itself is beautifully crafted, silver with intricate designs of curves and symbols, silver gleaming under the lights. It almost looks new, a testament to how well its' owner is taking care of it.

"What instrument you play?"

Saetria starts, and looks over at the Tien.

"Ah, I play the flute." She says, fingers gripping the instrument case.

Saetria has remained in the background, still softly playing melodies on her flute. However she has been carefully watching those who come in, not moving from where she is sitting.

Saetria finishes her supper, carefully wiping her fingers. She then rises, looking around for a nearby spot that might suit her needs best, one hand pulling out the wooden instrument case from the battered bag in-between her feet.

Saetria counts out the needed money, and then is careful to add in a decent tip.

"Here you go." She gives the other half elf a smile. "I know how it is with tips. I've had to play for a chance at supper or a roof many times."

Saetria accepts the pitcher.

"Thank you. Here..." She reaches into her pocket, pulling out some coins and starting to count them. "How much for the meal and this right now? I'll settle my tab."

Saetria flushes again, then glances at her menu.

"Just the roast chicken and vegetables, that's all." She says, looking up. "Also, if you've any honey mead or wine, I'd like that."

Saetria looks up.

"May I order please?"

"Of course, ladies... they're also trained in other arts. In case no one who wanders in catches your lovely eyes."

Saetria flushed to the tips of her ears at that, and then made a beeline for a empty seat at the bar. Making sure the satchel with its' precious cargo was inbetween her feet, she pulled over a menu and began to study it.

Saetria pushes open the door and enters the bar. Hazel-colored hair is pulled back into a neat braid that stops at the middle of her back, a leather tie securing the ends Today she is wearing a blue tunic and dark brown pants, complete with study black leather boots.

Around the half-elven woman's waist is a belt with a small dagger and a rapier. The battered leather satchel is also making a reappearance, the wooden flute case sticking out of it.

"Any chance of a hot meal here?" She ventured, her eyes seem a darker blue in the bar's lights. "It's been a very long day..."

Saetria comes to a pause, lowering the flute from her lips and drawing in a breath. She then carefully places the instrument on her lap, flexing her fingers and rubbing at her hands, so as to keep them from cramping up.

Saetria has lowered the volume of her flute playing, so as not to overly disturb the conversation going on. Her fingers move with practiced skill over the metal's surface.

"I don't mind at all." A warm smile crosses over Saetria's face. "My foster parents were clerics of Shelyn. When it was determined I had leanings towards music they made sure I could get the best education that they could find, considering where we lived." She moves her chair slightly, so the other woman can have a bit of legroom.

"As for performing with others-I've had experiences with both, but I find that I prefer working on my own for the time being. Working with a venue or a troupe, you can run into the danger of not being permitted to play certain pieces of music or be forced to please the crowds with the same old thing over and over again."

The hazel-haired half elf looks about the room, a silver flute resting in her lap.

"Are there any others who are musically inclined like myself? If so, it would be quite nice to meet and exchange tales, perhaps learn or compose new songs from our experiences thus far."

My only wish is to aid my fellow Crusaders in the best way that I can-which is with music and song.

"If by any chance your path and mine should ever cross..." Saetria steps forward. In her right hand is a silver flute, she seems to have been practicing. "You certainly will have my songs to aid you."

Okay, I just rolled her d20-got an 11, added it to her perform which was 7, and that was an 18, if I have to do a perform check for her playing for everyone. If I didn't do it right, please let me know.

Saetria nodded at the paladin's request, and pushed her chair back away from the table and towards a nearby corner. Blowing softly through the flute, she moved though a series of warm-up scales. Once everything was set to her satisfaction, she closed her eyes and started to play a melody-the start of a cheerful drinking song.

Saetria shakes her head with a rueful smile, and turns her attention to the case in her lap. Opening it back up, she takes out the silver flute within and a piece of cloth, starting to gently clean the instrument and check it over. It glows softly under the light, and looks Elvish-with graceful runes and carved patterns adorning the metal. After a few minutes of cleaning, she lifts the flute to her lips and blows lightly though it, producing a single clear note.

Saetria shakes her head.

"It is alright. I've done my fair share of mistakes when in a new culture myself." She said. "Rather, I am not used to encountering anybody from the far north-you are the first person from there I've met."

Saetria withdrew her arm.

"You speak truth, friend."

How do we do the perception/sense motive checks?

Saetria immediately froze. Her muscles stiffened, and she looked down at the hands around her forearm, and then she looked back up at Dolok.

"I mean no offense friend...but could you please let go of my arm?" She requested.

The half-elf looks up.

"I am Saetria Rivensong." She replied. "A recent arrival here." Wiping her fingers with a napkin, she nods. "It's a pleasure to meet you both."

Saetria returns her attention to the plate of food and the mug, starting to eat slowly.

Saetria quirks an eyebrow.
"I haven't been running anywhere." She stated bluntly. Turning her attention back to the plate and mug set in front of her, she closed the lid on the instrument case and nodded her thanks to Rhon. The arrival of the odd looking beaked man made her stop as she reached for the mug.

Saetria shakes her head, a wry smile crossing her face.

"I am barely of any use in a physical fight. I know just enough to use these-" She gestures to the dagger and to the rapier that are hooked on her hips. "But my primary weapon is what magic I know and this." She gently pats the instrument case.

Saetria started and looked up from her inspection of the flute. On a closer view, she appears to look relatively young. Hazel-colored hair is pulled back into a neat braid that stops at the middle of her back, a leather tie securing the ends. Her eyes are dark blue-almost sapphire in color. An intricate gold earcuff can be seen on one ear, and she is wearing a purple tunic and black leggings. The other only pieces of jewelry that can be seen are a rather thick gold ring on the middle finger of her right hand, and a wooden carving of Shelyn's symbol tied around her neck on a silk cord. Her clothes look as if they've seen some heavy usage, but they're clean and well mended. With a flush she sets down the flute-carefully!- in its' wooden case, and acknowledges the dwarf with a bob of her head.

"I am, yes. New to the Silver Crusade and the city."

Saetria frowned, and then sat at the table. Pulling the battered satchel in front of her, she removed the oblong case and set it on her lap, undoing the latches and opening it. A beautiful flute lay nestled in soft cloth inside-and the half elf gently lifted it out, starting to inspect the instrument for signs of wear.

Saetria blinked.

"A few of the clerics where I lived were members of this organization." She replied. "They were the ones who helped me join-and suggested that I come here-where my talents could possibly be better utilized." She replied. Now slightly wary, her gaze flicked over the occupants of the room.

"Have I erred someplace? If needed, I can provide the proper papers to prove what I say is true..."

A small smile flicks over Saetria's face and she shakes her head, offering a elegant bow.

"Thank you, but no thank you. I ate on the way here-but if anything, a room would be nice. Normally I'd sing or play for my supper and lodgings, but all the inns nearby already have entertainers for the night." She reaches over her shoulder to pat the wooden case. "And the temple of Shelyn-their guestrooms were already taken." She moves away from the door, advancing slightly towards the table.

The door opens, and a half elven woman enters-hazel hair pulled back into a braid, wearing sturdy traveler's clothes in colors of purple and black. A dagger and rapier are sheathed at her hips, and a battered leather satchel is slung over one shoulder. Sticking out from the bag is a oblong item- a wooden instrument case. Sapphire-blue eyes flick over the surroundings, and a hesitant look crosses her face.

"...I am in the proper place, am I not? This is where the Silver Crusade gathers? My name is Saetria Rivensong, and I was told to come here."

Aaah, thank you.

Hello-I just started today-played my first Pathfinder Society game. I was told by the GM that up until level two I could do anything I wanted to do with my toon in terms of fixing- and I just want to change her faction from Qadira to Silver Crusade. Do I have to wait until I play my next Society game to do so or?